text:
Get exclusive access to meetings with admissions officers, current parents, and alumni. Learn what other parents wish they had known before choosing a school.
Admissions Pathway helps you research schools in-depth so you can choose a school with confidence.
Starts September 21, 2020. Space is limited, don't miss out.
201-2451 Dieppe Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 7K1, Canada
420 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver, British Columbia, V7H 1S8, Canada
1,945.1 km
2,326.0 km
Preschool to 12
K to 12
10 to 12
5 to 18
Learning, Developmental
Dedicated gifted school
In-class adaptations
$9,000 to $13,000
$25,150 to $26,200
K to 12
Not available
Not available
Yes: grades Preschool - 12
information not available
KGMS is unique, something that the students and
families who attend are grateful for. Instruction is empathic, as is
the entire environment of the school. The students who enrol enter
a community of peers, one comprising students and staff who get
them, who share their struggles, and who can relate to their perspectives
on the world. "I have friends who like me for who I am,"
said Theresa MacIntyre when she was a student in 2014. Her voice
breaking, she added: "I feel like I'm wanted here."
Read The Our Kids Review of Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School
information not available
information not available
Diane Swiatek founded Banbury Crossroads in 1980, and she remains the head of the school today. She has said that "parenting and mentoring children is a matter of choosing philosophy and principles, and acting so as to live out those principles." Indeed, since its inception, Banbury has been an expression of that ideal. The academics are demonstrably strong, though the attention to values, including responsibility and character development, is a particular draw for the families that enroll here. So too is an academic approach founded in the curiosity and the interests that students bring with them to the classroom. We learn best when we learn for ourselves, rather than for external reward, and the Banbury environment has been created with that in mind.
When Anne Rushforth's son, Kenneth Gordon, was in grade 5, she overheard his teacher introducing him to another parent as "one of her slow students." Rushforth bristled, knowing that "he just needed a school to teach him in the way that he learned." She said, "I decided that there needs to be a school for these children, where they're understood." So, in 1973, she built it, naming it after her son, and parents have been thankful to her ever since. She had been a tutor, and noted that, in that setting, often struggling students bloomed. Rushforth then applied the tutorial model to the entire breadth of the curriculum. It included multi-sensory instruction, later the Orton-Gillingham approach, and as digital tools became available, it used those, too. Students would arrive with a poor self concept, having struggled in other settings, and proceed to grow into a new sense of themselves and their capabilities. That's what the school continues to offer today.
We offer self-directed learning, fostering student autonomy and liberty in a culture of mutual respect. Academics are individualized. We use a student-paced approach with tutorial instruction in small, multi-aged groups of 10:1. Collaboration within meaningful, trusting relationships enhances learning. Students connect with the community through field trips, volunteerism and internships. We communicate, negotiate, solve problems and develop soft skills. Member of Canadian Coalition of Self-Directed Learning--CCSDL.
For over 40 years, Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School and Maplewood Alternative High School have helped kids build skills and develop tools to be successful throughout their lives. We empower students by unlocking and removing obstacles to learning so that each child can experience personal growth and academic achievement. Our school specializes in educating and growing the confidence of students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities in Grades K - 12 and our approach is designed to develop the whole child.
Director's Message:
Ah! This was a very satisfying year! We turned 35! It is a glorious feeling, to know that Banbury has been available for children and youth for all of this time. As in previous years, our peaceful, collaborative and stimulating environment has enabled our students to devote themselves to learning, without fear and with joy. We have done a lot of things in 35 years, and this year, we discovered even more! The students made pictures out of pebbles, created a time line of Alberta history that went down the hallway, painted a flower portal to the Art Room, published an alphabet book with Plasticene pictures about Banbury that was presented to me after the Gala, created some new forms of Elementary projects, did amazing art with Cristina and Ann in multiple media and original styles, and gained skill in a variety of languages—Russian, Spanish, French and Japanese. One of our secondary students, Haley Mather, participated in the SEEDS Connections Program, which involved online work, an on-site camp and then the creation of her project, a website, www.lets-listen.org, intended to help people to make connections around the world, in order to better understand each other. She also won Third Place in the Optimist Club of Calgary's Essay Contest. Parts 2 and 3 of the secondary play, The Alliance, were presented at Christmas and at the Awards Ceremony. The White Wave Dance Troupe, composed of students across the age spectrum, and directed by Genevieve Bradford, performed at Christmas and at the Anniversary Gala. Dr. David Helfand, President of Quest University, spoke to us about the Universe. We have been busy.
This year, our students dove deeply into their projects, and pursued answers to their own intrinsic questions through their studies. They explored their environment kinesthetically outside of the school. For instance, the secondary students went to Camp Chief Hector in the Kananaskis, and enjoyed that experience immensely! Inside our school walls, our atmosphere was observed by many visitors and community members to be peaceful, inspiring and comfortable. Although we had the disruption of losing four teachers, for a variety of reasons, the rest of us carried on together to make our usual genuine and caring social connections. Some of these connections were with new, bright and fresh teachers, who cheered us up! We needed to be resilient, because caring social connections are really important for students' academic growth. Our teachers are here to give long-term mentorship, and to help students feel capable and visible. This visibility is a distinct advantage for intellectual pursuits, because learning is a complicated and interrelated process for young people, and they benefit from guidance. They must become able to set goals, manage priorities, obtain resources, identify topics of special interest, explore their environment, focus, monitor their pace and evaluate results. This process is made much easier, simply because caring adults at Banbury are by their side throughout that long and convoluted process.
We had a great group of students this year! They were pleasant, and had supportive attitudes towards each other. They engaged in helpful, win-win problem solving and spontaneous peer instruction. They collaborated on project design and production. They were even better than the typical students we have had across the years. At our 35th Anniversary Gala, I had prepared a slide production of about 4,500 photos. These images flashing upon the screen made clear one of the most valuable aspects of Banbury—the element of joy. Children have been happy, here! People commented on that at the event. This is no small feat! In our intimate setting, children may be themselves, become self-aware and self-responsible, express themselves through creative means, and, in general, find their voices. When children have a voice, they do not need to yell. They speak with respect and confidence. They care about each other. Happiness within individuals makes it possible to have social cohesion, and to find pleasure in living. This method of schooling has wonderful side effects, and I am so proud to be part of its flowering in the world.
I am deeply grateful to all of the people, over all of these years, who have contributed to the growth of Banbury's vision. It is a very congruent vision in every way. Everything fits together seamlessly—our approach to communication, our way of dealing with children, the connections created between the real world and their studies, and the collaboration between teachers and parents for the benefit of our children. The photographs show that, no matter who the teachers, or students, or parents were in any given year, the basic vision shines through. It is almost as though Banbury now has a life of its own! It is definitely bigger than any one of us. We are onto something marvelous!
I appreciate, with every fibre of my being, the teachers who have grown with me over these years, especially Karen Harrison, who has been with us for 24 years! This is devotion and strength and intelligent problem solving at its peak. Karen is so fundamentally my right-hand person, and I am eternally grateful for her companionship over our working lives. Anne Bransby-Williams, who was first my friend, then our Pre-School teacher, and now our Office Administrator, has a center-of-the-heart place at Banbury, not just for me, but for all of us. Cristina Atanasiu is another long-time teacher and Renaissance woman, who has helped us grow in three locations. The historical understanding that is gained over many years is very important, because Banbury is, truly, built upon itself year after year. Who we are now is a direct result of who we have ever been. Doan Tran, Ann McKean, and Tara Fry are other devoted teachers who are knowledgeable about how Banbury works and efficient in bringing it to life. We have all seen so much, and know the core of Banbury that persists over time. We have learned different things each year. We have helped each other unselfishly. We have given mutual support, time and kindness to each other. I have needed that support. I have needed to know that I could trust that the teachers here would create this educational world that I envisioned. I could never have gotten this far without all of these people sharing this vision and working hard together to make it happen. Then, I want to acknowledge our newer teachers, because I appreciate so much their energy and enthusiasm and willingness to join in this venture. We are a very special group, and I am so thankful.
The parents, too, have been crucial to the success of our programs, as they have been so supportive of their children, who are the crux of this whole endeavour. Parents have always been important to me, right from the beginning in 1979, when I was still experimenting, and did not incorporate other teachers into the fledgling endeavour. In those early days, I derived emotional and intellectual sustenance from parents, who provided feedback and planning ideas, resources and companionship. Afterwards, when the school grew and teachers joined me, parents continued in their central role. We needed them, and they needed us. This year, parents were obvious contributors in a variety of ways. Steve McIlvenna and his wife, Prudence Hoffman, provided administrative insight. Parents and grandparents contributed donations to our Banbury Crossroads School Society. Jacquie Barnes, who was the lead Event Planner for the 35th Anniversary, is a former parent herself, and she was assisted greatly by many parents who rallied to organize many aspects of the Gala itself, as well as the Silent and Live Auction. I am humbly grateful for their creativity and energy and care. Pamela Mclean, a former parent and current Director of the Society, spoke at the Gala, to let parents know that they need to value the School, and lobby the new NDP government to support Banbury as a Private School, since it performs a useful, visionary educational role model in our culture. Bravo to all of these parents and family members!
Lastly, I want to mention our alumni, which is a group that is growing each year. At the 35th Anniversary Gala, alumni spoke at the podium for the first time in a formal way about how Banbury affected their lives. These alumni were Anne Mclean, Iain Richardson, Delaney Boyd, Dave Crosby, Thomas Kaune, Sarah Jorba, and my son, Liam Cummings. I am so proud of each one of them! I have such fond memories of each one of them; they are part of my life and my heart, too. It is clear to see that the alumni are the true products of this school. It is clear that they are people with initiative and passion and humility. They care about issues that go far beyond their self-interest. They are constructive communicators, effective presenters of ideas, and reasonable critical thinkers. They have moral values and solid characters. They are strong. I knew it would happen, and I have been watching during all these years as it happened, and I am beyond delighted that these individuals, each in their own way, will influence the world they inhabit for its betterment.
I am so proud of this School and grateful for everyone who has given their heart to this endeavour. I have learned so much. I guess that is not surprising…I have been in school all of my life!! I was bored in school when I was a child, but I have never been bored at Banbury!
By Diane Swiatek
June 19th, 2015
Dr. Jim Christopher is the Head of Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School and Maplewood Alternative High School in North Vancouver. A parent, author and long-time teacher, and educational administrator across Canada, he has been actively involved in the drive to differentiate learning experiences to meet the needs of all learners.
Information not available
Progressive (sometimes called "in- quiry-based") curricula attempt to place children's interests and ideas at the heart of the learning experience. Instead of lessons being driven by predetermined pathways, progressive curricula are often "emergent", with learning activities shaped by students' questions about the world. Instead of starting with academic concepts and then tying it to everyday experience, progressive methods begin with everyday experience and work back to an academic lesson. Teachers provide materials, experiences, tools and resources to help students investigate a topic or issue. Students are encouraged to explore, reflect on their findings, and discuss answers or solutions.
Traditional curricula tend to be very content-based and rooted in the core disciplines. It is a structured approach that involves the teacher delivering a unified curriculum through direct instruction. Students usually learn by observing and listening to their teacher, studying facts and concepts in textbooks, and completing both tests and written assignments - which challenge students to not only demonstrate their mastery of content but their ability to analyze and deconstruct it critically. Class discussions are also used to create critical dialogue around the content of the curriculum.
Not applicable
Banbury's unique Self-Directed philosophy offers an individualized learning environment for children ages 3 through 18. Banbury is founded on mutual respect; thus, it enables students to achieve the academic mastery appropriate to their own interests, abilities and motivation. Character development is promoted. The combination of a low-ratio, student-paced program existing within a multi-aged setting, is most conducive to not penalizing students socially for being academically behind or ahead of their peers. Students are mentored to take responsibility for their own education through inquiry-based and kinesthetic projects, and community-focused learning. They devise their own schedules, develop intrinsic motivation, and learn skills in time management, goal setting and self assessment. Secondary students participate in contributive internships at community businesses. Students assess career options, develop meaningful and trusting relationships with adults, and cultivate altruism, empathy and communication skills. Banbury's well-balanced approach creates an enriching and inspiring school experience that promotes the development of autonomy and confidence. These two elements are necessary for students' engagement in the academic, emotional and social aspects of post-secondary education and adult life.
KGMS/Maplewood is a student-centred supportive environment designed to help students with learning challenges maximize their potential as learners. The school follows the required BC curriculum but makes adaptations to the teaching and learning process to enable our students to master the required content and skills to be successful in their chosen post-secondary path. KGMS/Maplewood uses a combination of small group and one on one instruction along with an extensive use of assistive technology to create a climate of success for all students.
Traditional Math
These math programs feature an equal balance of "Traditional" and "Discovery" methods.
Traditional Math typically teaches a method or algorithm FIRST, and THEN teaches the applications for the method. Traditional algorithms are emphasized and practiced regularly: repetition and drills are frequently used to ensure foundational mastery in the underlying mathematical procedures. The traditional approach to math views math education as akin to building a logical edifice: each brick depends on the support of the previously laid ones, which represent mastery over a particular procedure or method. Traditional Math begins by giving students a tool, and then challenges students to practice using that tool an applied way, with progressively challenging problems. In this sense Traditional Math aims to establish procedural understanding before conceptual and applied understanding.
Banbury has both "Traditional Math" and "Discovery Math" teaching methods.
Math text books used are part of the Alberta Curriculum.
Calculators are used in our math programs, as a useful skill and resource.
Balanced Literacy
Balanced Literacy
Balanced reading programs are typically Whole Language programs with supplementary phonics training. This training might be incidental, or it might take the form of mini-lessons.
Balanced reading programs are typically Whole Language programs with supplementary phonics training. This training might be incidental, or it might take the form of mini-lessons.
Banbury has a balanced literacy program. We teach children to read when they are ready, which could be any time from age 3 through age 7. We offer individual reading lessons, and teach story writing through dictated stories, as well as their own journalling and writing to accompany relevant activities. Phonics is taught as a strategy to de-code words.
DIBELS Testing: This school periodically uses DIBELS testing to assess reading progress.
Equal balance
Programs that balance systematic and process approaches equally likely have an emphasis on giving young students ample opportunities to write, while providing supplementary class-wide instruction in grammar, parts of sentences, and various writing strategies.
Banbury has a balanced approach to writing. Writing occurs in relevant and meaningful situations. Students are assisted individually, and encouraged to write independently as well. There is a huge focus on writing, all through the grades, as there is always a teacher available to assist students in their writing. Writing is only as good as a person's thinking. We assist students in clarifying their thoughts, organizing their points logically and reasonably, making linking statements and suitable introductions and conclusions. All students need to be shown how to "cut and paste" in the literal sense. This means that all students need instruction at some point of their lives in creating quality written work. We have had students write essays for diploma exams in which they receive 100%. Of course, individual talent is a huge contributor to this. However, we tend to increase students' skill in writing.
Science programs that balance expository and inquiry learning equally will likely have an equal blend of tests and experiments; direct, textbook-based instruction and student-centred projects.
Banbury has a balanced approach to the Sciences. We include field trips, experiments and hands-on project work as fundamental means of making science come alive for our students.
Evolution as consensus theory
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
Evolution is not taught
Evolution as consensus theory
Evolution as one of many equally viable theories
Evolution is not taught
These literature programs draw in equal measure from "Traditional" and "Social Justice" programs.
Banbury has a balanced approach to literature. We follow the Alberta Programs of Study, and give students much leeway in choice of novels, plays, poetry, and so on, for their chosen assignments. We utilize projects with an interdisciplinary focus.
Ancient lit
English lit
World (non-Western) lit
European (continental) lit
American lit
Canadian lit
Ancient lit
English lit
World (non-Western) lit
European (continental) lit
American lit
Canadian lit
Core Knowledge
Usually focused on teaching history and geography at an early age, the core knowledge approach uses story, drama, reading, and discussion to teach about significant people, places, and events. Breadth of content and knowledge is emphasized. The curriculum is often organized according to the underlying logic of the content: history might be taught sequentially, for example (as students move through the grades).
Banbury teaches core knowledge of history and geography.
Pragmatism in the humanities and social sciences emphasizes making learning relevant to students' present-day experience. Assignments tend to centre around projects and tasks rather than argumentative essays; these projects will often have a "real-world" application or relevance. There might be more of a social justice component to a pragmatic program, though that isn't always the case. Subjects like history and philosophy are still covered/offered, but they play a less prominent role in the overall program than in the case of perennialism. The social sciences (contemporary geography, sociology, psychology, etc), meanwhile, might play a more prominent role in pragmatic programs. The key goals are to make learning progressive and relevant, while teaching students real-life skills and critical thinking.
Banbury has a more pragmatic approach to social sciences in Grade 7 and higher.
The communicative method of language acquisition emphasizes the use of the target language in authentic contexts. The approach commonly features interactive group work, games, authentic texts, and opportunities to learn about the cultural background of the language. Drills and quizzes may still be used, but less frequently than with the audio-lingual method.
Banbury uses the communicative method for teaching foreign languages.
Information not available
These programs have an equal emphasis on receptive and creative learning.
Banbury has an expressive approach in our visual studio program.
Graphic Design
Visual Arts
Graphic Design
Visual Arts
Medium integration
Effort is made to integrate the development of digital literacy through the curriculum. However, this is not a dominant focus.
Banbury includes the role of computers and technology in our curriculum.
Web design
Computer science
Web design
Computer science
Physcial Education at Banbury, has an extensive outdoor component, including horseback riding, skiing, archery, golf, hiking, and canoeing. Many of our indoor activities such as volleyball, basketball, badminton and wall-climbing are conducted off-site in recreation centres. Other indoor activities include swimming, bowling, and yoga. Many games are played on the fields and grounds near our school.
Play-based programs are the most common type of preschool and Kindergarten, and are founded on the belief young children learn best through play. Largely open-ended and minimally structured, play-based programs aim to develop social skills and a love of attending school. "Pre-academic" skills are taught, but in a more indirect way than at, say, an Academic program: through children playing in different "stations" set up around the classroom, which children choose on their own volition. Stations often contain an indirect lesson or developmental goal. Play-based classrooms are highly social and active.
Play-based programs are the most common type of preschool and Kindergarten, and are founded on the belief young children learn best through play. Largely open-ended and minimally structured, play-based programs aim to develop social skills and a love of attending school. "Pre-academic" skills are taught, but in a more indirect way than at, say, an Academic program: through children playing in different "stations" set up around the classroom, which children choose on their own volition. Stations often contain an indirect lesson or developmental goal. Play-based classrooms are highly social and active.
Banbury Crossroads has a Self-Directed Kindergarten and Pre-school program. The structure is based on the Modern British Infant System, from which came our modern ideas around "centers" and "integrated project work", as well as "constructivism" in the learning process. Our school follows this structure and philosophy from junior kindergarten through Grade Twelve. It involves multi-aged grouping, individualized instruction, mastery learning, kinesthetic projects, teacher mentorship, free play and contact with the community.
Our transitions programme (Kindergarten and Grade 1) focuses on early literacy and school readiness skills. Within a small group environment our teaching teams individualize learning for each student.
The main curriculum pace is non-standardized and is HIGHLY responsive to the pacing of individual students, (via differentiated instruction, differentiated assessment, etc). In theory, some students outpace the default/normalized curriculum, while others spend periods "behind schedule" if they need the extra time.
The main curriculum pace is non-standardized and is HIGHLY responsive to the pacing of individual students, (via differentiated instruction, differentiated assessment, etc). In theory, some students outpace the default/normalized curriculum, while others spend periods "behind schedule" if they need the extra time.
Information not available
A school with a "supportive" academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a "rigorous" academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.
A school with a "supportive" academic culture focuses more on process than short-term outcomes: academic performance is a welcomed side-benefit, but not the driving focus. This does not mean the school lacks standards, or has low expectations for its students: a school can have a supportive academic culture and still light the fire of ambition in its students. It does mean, however, the school provides a less intensive culture than schools with a "rigorous" academic classification, and is focused more simply on instilling a love of learning and life-long curiosity.
Self-Directed Learning is the norm at Banbury Crossroads School. We have a very supportive environment for academics at the school. The students have an attitude towards accomplishment more like that at university. There is no teasing for being "a brain" here.
Our students work in a dynamic classroom setting that includes whole class, small group and one-on-one tutoring. Ministry of Education prescribed curriculum is addressed in all instructional areas from Kindergarten to grade 12.
"We intentionally avoid all forms of public distinction between students in terms of academic performance."
"Equal emphasis is placed on a balance of priorities: intellectual, emotional, social and physical cultivation."
The goal is to cultivate "academically strong, creative and critical thinkers, capable of exercising rationality, apprehending truth, and making aesthetic distinctions."
The goal is to cultivate "emotionally intelligent and con?dent individuals, capable of leading both themselves and others."
The goal is to cultivate "emotionally intelligent and con?dent individuals, capable of leading both themselves and others."
We know that learning happens in all realms at once: physical, emotional, intellectual, creative, social. Banbury\'s well balanced approach creates an enriching and inspiring school experience that promotes the development of autonomy and confidence. These two elements are necessary for students\' engagement in the academic, emotional and social aspects of post secondary education and adult life.
Our students grow intellectually through our comprehensive programming in humanities and sciences. In language arts our students, through guided reading and writing strategies, learn to connect with the world through texts, to analyze, evaluate, synthesize ideas and draw conclusions. In mathematics and science, our students learn through problem solving to understand concepts and to become critical and divergent thinkers. Creativity grows as our staff guide students to investigate and explore the world around us.
A - Forms of Support
B - Environments
Indirect Support:
Resource Assistance:
Withdrawal Assistance:
Partial Integration:
Full-Time Class:
Banbury Crossroads School
Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School
|Forms of Support
|Forms of Support
ADHD (moderate to severe)
This is a neurodevelopmental disorder. Children with ADHD may be hyperactive and unable control their impulses. Or they may have trouble paying attention. These behaviors can interfere with school and home life.
|Learning disabilities
Dyslexia (Language-Based Learning Disability)
This is a learning disability that can limit a child's ability to read and learn. It can have a variety of traits. A few of the main ones are impaired phonological awareness and decoding, problems with orthographic coding, and auditory short-term memory impairment.
Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)
This is a sound differentiation disorder involving problems with reading, comprehension, and language.
This is a kind of specific learning disability in math. Kids with this math disorder have problems with calculation. They may also have problems with math-related concepts such as time and money.
This is a kind of specific learning disability in writing. It involves problems with handwriting, spelling, and organizing ideas.
Language Processing Disorder
This is characterized by having extreme difficulty understanding what is heard and expressing what one wants to say. These disorders affect the area of the brain that controls language processing.
Nonverbal Learning Disorders (NLD)
These involve difficulties interpreting non-verbal cues, such as facial expressions and body language. They're usually characterized by a significant discrepancy between higher verbal skills and weaker motor, visual-spatial, and social skills.
Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor Deficit
A characteristic seen in people with learning disabilities such as Dysgraphia or Non-verbal LD. It can result in missing subtle differences in shapes or printed letters, losing place frequently, struggles with cutting, holding pencil too tightly, or poor eye/hand coordination.
Refers to a range of conditions that involve challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and speech and nonverbal communication. They also involve unique strengths and differences. For instance, there are persons with both low- and high-functioning autism (some claim the latter is identical to Asperger's syndrome).
Asperger's Syndrome
On the autism spectrum, Asperger's is considered quite mild in terms of symptoms. While traits can vary widely, many kids with Asperger's struggle with social skills. They also sometimes fixate on certain subjects and engage in repetitive behaviour.
Down syndrome
his is associated with impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth, and a particular set of facial characteristics.
Intellectual disability
This is a condition characterized by significant limitations in intellectual functioning (e.g., reasoning, learning, and problem solving). Intellectual disabilities are also known as general learning disabilities (and used to be referred to as a kind of mental retardation).
Williams syndrome
This is a rare genetic disorder present at birth. It is characterized by intellectual disabilities or learning problems, unique facial features, and cardiovascular problems.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an umbrella term used to describe the range of effects that can occur in an individual whose mother consumed alcohol during pregnancy. These may include growth deficits, facial anomalies, and damage to the central nervous system, which can lead to cognitive, behavioural, and other problems.
|Behavioral and Emotional
Troubled behaviour / troubled teens
roubled teens tend to have problems that are intense, persistent, and can lead to quite unpredictable behaviour. This can lead to behavioural and emotional issues, such as drug and alcohol abuse, criminal behaviour, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.
Clinical Depression
This is a mental health disorder also called "major depression." It involves persistent feelings of sadness, loss, and anger. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms are usually severe enough to cause noticeable problems in relationships with others or in daily activities, such as school, work, or one's social life.
Clinical anxiety
This is a mood disorder involving intense, relentless feelings of distress and fear. They can also have excessive and persistent worry about everyday situations, and repeated episodes of intense anxiety or terror.
Suicidal thoughts
This involves persistent thoughts about ending one's life.
Drug and alcohol abuse
This involves the excessive use of drug and/or alcohol, which interferes with daily functioning.
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
This is a disruptive behavioural disorder which normally involves angry outbursts, often directed at people of authority. This behaviour must last continuously for six months or more and significantly interfere with daily functioning.
Multiple sclerosis
This is a condition of the central nervous system. It affects the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Symptoms can include fatigue, loss of motor control, memory loss, depression, and cognitive difficulties.
Cerebral palsy
his refers to a group of permanent movement disorders that appear in early childhood. CP is caused by abnormal development or damage to the parts of the brain that control movement, balance, and posture.
Muscular dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy is a neuromuscular disorder which weakens the body's muscles. Causes, symptoms, age of onset, and prognosis vary between individuals.
Spina Bifida
This is a condition present at birth due to the incomplete formation of the spine and spinal cord. It can lead to a number of physical challenges, including paralysis or weakness in the legs, bowel and bladder incontinence, hydrocephalus (too much fluid in the brain), and deformities of the spine.
Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)
This is a Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Also known as "sensory integration disorder," it affects fine and/or gross motor coordination in children and adults. It may also affect speech.
Visual impairment is a decreased ability or inability to see that can't be fixed in usual ways, such as with glasses. Some people are completely blind, while others have what's called "legal blindness."
Hearing impairment, also known as "hearing loss," is a partial or total inability to hear. The degree of hearing impairment varies between people. It can range from complete hearing loss (or deafness) to partial hearing loss (meaning the ears can pick up some sounds).
Cystic Fibrosis
Cystic Fibrosis (CF) is an inherited genetic condition, which affects the body's respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. It affects young children and adults.
Multiple physical
Accommodating a wide range of physical conditions and disabilities.
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Speech-language therapy
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Speech-language therapy
Extra support
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Speech-language therapy
Social skills programs
Occupational therapy
Speech-language therapy
We are not a special needs school. We can accommodate students with mild needs, as long as they can function within our self-directed learning classes.
At KGMS, we teach the way your child learns. We believe that every child is unique, and rather than requiring him or her to fit within a rigid, pre-determined program we create a learning environment that's adaptive, producing the best possible circumstances for success.
Banbury can offer accommodations for children with mild learning disabilities.
With this multi-sensory method, students engage themselves as visual, auditory and kinesthetic learners. The learning sequence is systematic and takes the student step by step from basic concepts that progress to more complex language developments. Through recognizing phonemes and their sounds, students learn to transfer this knowledge to reading and writing activities. Students internalize their learning and gain confidence in themselves as being capable learners. Students learn at their own pace and benefit from the frequent review and practice that is required. They build the confidence that will enable them to attempt a challenge and reach for higher heights as a learner.
Banbury Crossroads School
Kenneth Gordon Maplewood School
Cross-country skiing
Downhill skiing
Field Hockey
Figure Skating
Ice Hockey
Ice Skating
Martial Arts
Mountain biking
Racquet Ball
Track & Field
Ballet and Classical Ballet
Student Council
Science Club
School newspaper
Round Square
Robotics club
Radio club
Poetry/Literature club
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Club
Online Magazine
Musical theatre/Opera
Math Club
Jazz Ensemble
Habitat for Humanity
Foreign Language Club
Environmental Club
Drama Club
Debate Club
Dance Club
Computer Club
Community Service
Chess Club
Audiovisual Club
Astronomy Club
Art Club
Ballet and Classical Ballet
Student Council
Science Club
School newspaper
Round Square
Robotics club
Radio club
Poetry/Literature club
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Club
Online Magazine
Musical theatre/Opera
Math Club
Jazz Ensemble
Habitat for Humanity
Foreign Language Club
Environmental Club
Drama Club
Debate Club
Dance Club
Computer Club
Community Service
Chess Club
Audiovisual Club
Astronomy Club
Art Club
Not available
Not available
Yes: grades Preschool - 12
We are looking for students who are able to work independently, as well as willing to work individually with a teacher. Students need to be willing to try new learning experiences, open to instruction, willing to attend, socially adept and responsive, mutually respectful, and pleasant and able to be responsible for their own behaviour. We are able to celebrate differences in abilities, interests and passions, motivation, and personalities. We simply want students who are motivated to learn, empathetic and caring, and able to not distract others. If they are self-directed to begin with, that is great. If not, they may learn how to be, here.
With over 40 years of experience, we've determined that the following attributes are required of a potential student: 1) submit a current psycho-educational assessment which indicates a language-based learning disability; or other supporting documentation indicating other learning challenges including, but not limited to, chronic health; visual or hearing impairments; or Autism Spectrum Disorder; 2) Meet the Ministry of Education guidelines for designation of a learning disability; 3) Have average to superior intelligence; 4) Demonstrate that the primary impediments to the student's learning process are learning differences. Any behavioural, physical or emotional issues must be of secondary concern.
An interview and tour of the school is encouraged. School records and assessments are to be submitted. No admissions test is administered. We take students who are gifted through average to struggling. A match of philosophy is a must. This is because we are a philosophically-driven, self-directed learning school. Students work to mastery, so they keep progressing until they have completed units or projects or grades. Classes operate with students in multi-aged groups, with 10 students per teacher, so students receive much personal attention. This allows for students to work independently, as they receive instruction individually or in small groups or seminars. We do not normally take special needs students, as we only have one teacher who is trained to work with such children, and she works only with the younger ones. We also do not have ready access to special needs resources, nor do we have psychologists or other specialists on our staff. Therefore, we generally only take students whose abilities are average through to gifted.


text:
Wednesday's weather
December 25, 2012
It will be a very cold day across northern Colorado, starting out in the single digits but eventually rising into the 20s. Sun will mix with clouds as the day will be primarily dry. Another storm system moving across Colorado may trigger some light snow showers overnight into Thursday morning.
The mountains will capture most of the snow with this one, but there could be enough snow on the roads to impact travel across Weld county. At this time it appears as though accumulation will be light, less than 3 inches. Friday offers a few flurries before a quiet weekend with continued cold temperatures.
Hope you had a great holiday and stay safe on the roads!

subset: commoncrawl


text:
Home > News & Events > Wayland Press Release Archives > 2003 News Releases > October 2003 > Wayland band co-hosts marching festival
Wayland band co-hosts marching festival
PLAINVIEW - Wayland Baptist University's Pioneer Marching Band will join forces once more with the marching band from Plainview High School for the Plainview Pioneer Marching Festival, slated for Oct. 11 in Plainview's Bulldog Stadium as one of several marching events the university will host this fall.
The festival features competition from 38 area bands, with trophies awarded for first division and best in class and plaques for the first runner-up in each class and for outstanding auxiliary, percussion and drum major units.
In its 14 th year, the festival is designed to prepare band programs for the University Interscholastic League competition, which begins with regional competition, according to Tim Kelley, director of instrumental programs at Wayland and the co-coordinator of the festival.
Kelley added that with this year's Region XVI Marching and Twirling Contest for 1A and 2A bands taking place at Bulldog Stadium the following Saturday (Oct. 18), more bands are becoming interested in the Plainview Pioneer Festival as a chance to perform in the exact location of the UIL contest. Wayland's band is also hosting the marching contest for Area A 1A and 2A bands on Oct. 25 in Bulldog Stadium.
"To my knowledge, no other university in the state is hosting as extensive a schedule of invitational and UIL marching events as Wayland," Kelley said of the honor. "Not only is (the Plainview Pioneer Festival) the largest marching invitational in the state of Texas, but it is the largest invitational marching festival in this area of the country."
Kelley said it speaks highly of his Pioneer band members who do most of the planning and running of the festival that they would be asked to host two preliminary events for UIL. It's an honor he doesn't take lightly, and an opportunity both he and his students welcomed.
"We have done the Region XVI contest for the past few years, and the smaller schools really like marching in a smaller stadium," Kelley said. "They like the way we ran our festival and the tight schedule we follow, so word of mouth got around and UIL asked us to do the area meet as well."
Performances for the Plainview Pioneer Marching Festival will begin at 9:45 a.m. and continue throughout the day. Bands performing, in order, include: Lubbock Roosevelt, Anton, Jayton, Hart, Sudan, Lubbock Christian, Shamrock, Springlake-Earth, Smyer, Canadian, Shallowater and Estacado.
Following a lunch break from 1-1:30 p.m., performances will continue with Lockney, Idalou, Olton, New Deal, Tahoka, Abernathy, Paducah, Crosbyton, Petersburg, Post, Whiteface, Hale Center, Denver City, O'Donnell, Sundown, Tulia, Floydada, Forsan and Seagraves.
The final dinner break will take place from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15, followed by performances from Crane, Plains, Lamesa, Slaton, Lorenzo, Dimmitt and Levelland. The Pioneer Marching Band will perform its program at 9 p.m., followed by the Plainview High School band's exhibition performance at 9:15 p.m.
The awards ceremony for the festival will be held immediately afterward at 9:30 p.m. Admission to the festival for guests and spectators will be $2 at the gate.


text:
Atlanta: Tiger Woods ended his 2013 PGA Tour campaign with an unimpressive tie for 22nd at the Tour Championship on Sunday but, in all likelihood, will earn Player of the Year honours which are to be announced late next week.
Though he has not been at his best in the last three FedExCup playoff events, the world number one has piled up five victories on the US circuit this season, three more than anyone else.
"Very satisfied," Woods said of his golfing year after closing with a three-under-par 67 for a level-par total of 280 in the PGA Tour`s season finale at East Lake Golf Club.
"I had a number of chances to win some tournaments. I won five, which is, I think, a pretty good year. I`ve done that a few times over the course of my career."
"I wish I would have been a little more consistent in some of the events, but overall, to add to the win total for the year, it`s always a good thing," said the American, who failed to contend at East Lake after opening with scores of 73 and 71.
Asked to assess his own credentials in the PGA Player of the Year race, Woods replied bluntly: "Well, look at the fact that I had five wins this year, so I think that`s a pretty good year."
His main challengers for that accolade are Masters champion Adam Scott and British Open winner Phil Mickelson, who have both triumphed twice on the 2013 PGA Tour, but Woods is widely expected to secure the players` vote for an 11th time.
Woods, who has not won a major title since the 2008 U.S. Open, conceded he had fared badly in some of the biggest tournaments of the year, especially over the weekends.
"I`m always looking to improve and become more consistent day-in and day-out," the 14-times major champion said. "There`s certainly some weeks where I was just off.
"I always wish I could play a little bit more consistent and have a chance each and every time I tee it up. That`s the intent. It doesn`t always work out that way. But overall ... I think it`s been a really good year."
Woods teed off in the final round at East Lake a distant 14 strokes off the lead, his sole objective being to shoot the lowest score possible and then see where that took him.
Wearing his trademark red shirt for the last day of a tournament, he was fortunate to par the opening hole after he pulled his approach way left and watched his ball hit tree branches to drop straight down into a greenside bunker.
From there, he impressively splashed out to a foot and knocked in the putt.
Woods picked up his first shot of the day at the par-three second, ramming in a 35-foot putt from across the green, but he gave that back at the eighth by missing a four-footer for par.
Another birdie followed at the par-five ninth, where he chipped from in front of the green to just two feet, for him to reach the turn in one-under 34.
Three birdies in four holes from the par-four 12th got Woods back to one under for the tournament for the first time since late in his second round.
He sank a 10-footer at the 12th, a 12-footer at the 14th and narrowly missed an eagle putt from 20 feet at the par-five 15th before tapping in for his fifth birdie of the day.
However, he stumbled with a bogey at the 16th after pushing his tee shot into the right rough and hitting his approach in between two greenside bunkers before signing off with pars on 17 and 18.
As Woods walked off the 18th green, he was met by his daughter Sam who ran up to him before wrapping her arms around his legs.
"That`s what life`s all about," Woods smiled. "There are more important things in life than hitting a little round ball and putting it in a gopher hole, you know."


text:
Twelve year old Nicky and her father are on a walk one snowy night when they stumble upon a newborn baby wrapped in a sleeping bag. The mystery surrounding the baby and how it got there becomes one that Nicky and her father become completely stuck in, like snow that stops all traffic. Curl up under a quilt with a steaming mug of hot chocolate for this one.
Shreve tells a story well and you will find yourself compulsively turning pages. There's always an element of mystery and the mood is atmospheric like an early dusk on a winter's day. In 'Light on Snow' themes of light in various forms are unmistakable and run throughout the novel. Shreve often has themes of water in her books, but this time she has chosen snow. There are many different descriptions of various types and consistencies of the stuff. The barren, cold landscape of New England in the winter is an unmistakable parallel to the cold grief and still raw emotions of those living in the house.
Anita Shreve's most popular book was probably 'The Pilot's Wife' but she has written more than a dozen others. It you are in the mood for a story to get lost in for awhile, hers are an excellent choice. Her characters are real people and she makes you care about them. Her focus is on relationships and emotions but there is always a good plot in the mix.
She has a beautiful website where you can learn about the themes which run through her novels and get a glimpse of what she has written.


text:
Option to undo Elevation Correction and revert to Barometric Altimeter
I'd like to be able to reverse the elevation calculation. I was curious if my barometer was shorting me on my Garmin 500, so I had Strava recalculate my elevation. It ended up being about 100 feet shorter in elevation, so I wanted to go back to using my barometer.
Currently the only way to do this is submit a ticket and have a customer service rep do this. This erases the ride name, resets the bike chosen, erases all Kudo's and comments. Kind of a hassle too.


text:
- Professional and friendly staff
- Residential Concrete Patch service
- #1 in Concrete Patch
- Free Consultation and Quote
Understand just what should be expected
With regards to Concrete Patches in Centralia, IL, you have to be informed to come up with the best choices. We will be sure you understand what can be expected. We take the unexpected surprises out of the situation by supplying reliable and detailed advice. You can start by talking over your job with our customer care reps once you dial 800-462-1428. We will talk about your concerns and questions once you give us a call and get you set up with a meeting. We always get there at the arranged hour, prepared to work together with you.
When you want Concrete Patches in Centralia, Wyoming, work with Concrete Patch Guys
You've got many reasons to consider Concrete Patch Guys for your requirements regarding Concrete Patches in Centralia, IL. Our company has the highest customer care ratings, the highest quality supplies, and the most practical and productive cash saving techniques. We'll be available to assist you with the greatest expertise and valuable experience in the industry. Contact 800-462-1428 to connect with Concrete Patch Guys and examine all of your expectations regarding Concrete Patches in Centralia.


text:
Kyungmin Huh, M.D., Samsung Medical Center, Korea
Abdomen enhanced CT revealed soft tissue thickening with fluid collection in the paravertebral spaces of L3-S3 and L5-S1 spines. Multifocal decrease of perfusion in bilateral kidney was noted. In spine MRI, signal change and abnormal enhancement was noticed in the vertebral bodies of C3-4, T4-6, T8-9, and L3-4 spines. Extension of enhancement with air bubble along the paravertebral and epidural space around L3-4 and T5 spines suggested the formation of epidural abscesses. A small abscess was also seen in the left psoas muscle.
Pathologic finding
Bone biopsy of the vertebral body of the L4 spine showed granulomatous necrotizing inflammation
A 54 year-old fema..2010-08-02 21:49:28Read: 161413
A 39 year-old fema..2010-07-19 11:06:09Read: 122800
A 48 year-old male..2010-07-06 17:01:42Read: 89313
40 year-old female..2010-06-21 17:54:12Read: 195430
30 year-old male w..2010-06-01 11:51:33Read: 89002
A 36 year-old male..2010-05-17 17:53:19Read: 109721
A 77-year old febr..2010-05-06 18:15:23Read: 52912
A 63 year-old male..2010-04-19 14:24:10Read: 88320


text:
Main Street Lakewood Ranch soon will have a new anchor tenant.
After a deal with Ada's Natural & Organic Foods fell through several months ago, Lakewood Ranch Commercial Realty has secured a lease with Good Earth Natural Food Store. The deal was finalized Thursday.
"It's exciting," corporate president and founder Mark Egan said. "We have always talked about going into a location farther out east because of the development and the quality of developments that are coming out in that area."
Good Earth, which opened its first store in 1978, offers bulk foods, natural food groceries, a selection of gluten-free items, herbs and supplements, among other items.
The company has three stores in Bradenton, including one on State Road 70.
For complete coverage, see next week's print edition of The East County Obsever May 21.
Contact Pam McTeer at [email protected].
Main Street Lakewood Ranch soon will have a new anchor tenant.


text:
12ml / .41 fl oz - 5 free, cruelty free and vegan
A bright medium deep turquoise glowing holographic with green, purple and blue flame.
Complete coverage achieved in 2-3 coats. Use a good quality fast drying top coat to add shine and extend wear time.
Swatch photo courtesy of @clelian.n.a and @nailexperiments
All Colors by llarowe polishes are hand blended in large batches and slight differences may occur from batch to batch. Please use a good quality thinner to thin to your desired consistency if desired. Do not use acetone to thin polishes.
Swatches are representative of the colors as close as possible, however the actual color may appear different depending on your monitors resolution and color settings. Bloggers may represent each color differently due to camera settings, lighting, skin tone, etc. and should only be used as a reference for general color. Results may vary.
This product hasn't received any reviews yet. Be the first to review this product!


text:
MBS Xojo Network Kit 1.1
The MBS Xojo Network Kit provides you with a few useful classes and modules to easily use network functions in iOS.
- Wrapper for OS X and iOS Bonjour classes to publish service and browser for service including resolving the IP addresses.
- asynchronously browses for domains to use
- asynchronously browses for services with given type
- asynchronously publishes services
- query/publish TXT Record data.
- Function to check for events on console projects.
- Parse code for IP addresses, supporting IPv4 and IPv6
- Wrapper for OS X and iOS for NSConnection classes including NSURLRequest/NSURLResponse with HTTP extensions.
- HTTP and HTTPS support.
- FTP download support.
- Synchronously and asynchronously transfers
- Load to memory or file
- Supply HTTP Header fields
- Supply HTTP Body for upload
- Supply HTTP Method like GET, PUT, POST or others.
- Control about cache handling
- Can use pipelining with HTTP 1.1
- Define if to use cellular network or not.
- Common code for Cocoa base classes in the NetworkKitUtilityModule module.
Wrapper Features
- For old and new Xojo framework
- Using exception handling to track error
- Test code included
- All classes with MB postfix to avoid name conflicts.
- Compiles for all targets
- All module definitions are protected to avoid conflicts
- Inline documentation
- Full Source code, no encryption
- Works for 32bit and 64bit targets.
Xojo 2015r1 or newer
No Open Source projects, please. This would violate the license.
Our Kit is written for the traditional Xojo API and may show warnings when used in newer Xojo version.
Feel free to make adjustments as needed.
$99 USD or 79 € (+VAT inside EU if needed). Buy now
Part of our iOS Kit Set with all our iOS Kits. Buy now
Free updates included for one year. After that, please order an update/new license or keep your last license.
Version history
Version 1.1
- Fixed bugs in documentation.
- Updated to Xojo 2019r1
- Fixed iOS Table Data Source events
Version 1.0
- First public release.
Public Interfaces
- NSURLResponseMB class
- NSURLRequestMB class
- NSURLConnectionMB class
- NSURLConnectionMemoryMB
- NSURLConnectionFileMB class
- NSNetServiceMB class
- NSNetServiceBrowserMB class
- NSMutableURLRequestMB class
- NSErrorMB class
- NetworkKitUtilityModule module
Limited product support is offered for free. Custom contract development to help you integrating our kit or making improvements for you can be ordered.
Updates to the kit will be available regularly to all registered users. Free for the first year.
If you have questions, please contact us. See contact page or use our feedback form.
You receive the full Xojo source codes of all projects for use in your applications. You are not allowed to share your copy of the kit with other developers.
Full license text is includes in the kit manual.
Free updates included for one year. After that, please order an update/new license or keep your last license.
If you like to get information or you want to order this product, please contact us. See contact page or use our feedback form. Orders can be directly made from our order pages.
MBS Xojo Chart Plugins


text:
Indicative Rate * AU$95 to AU$165
In the heart of Port Douglas, Palm Villas is centrally located close to the beach, restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and the marina whilst being in a quiet location. Apartments are all one bedroom self-contained, air-conditioned tropical style with large balconies or courtyards. Enjoy quiet times beside the pool, an afternoon snooze under the palms, relaxing on the patios and balconies, or a barbecue by the rippling waters.
Spacious one bedroom self-contained apartments with tropical style furnishings. Rest and relax on the large balconies or courtyard.
Note: Information on listed products and services are provided by the operator and were correct at the time of publishing. Rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available prices of products and services. Please visit the operator's website for further information. All prices quoted are in Australian dollars (AUD).


text:
Iraq's Sunni insurgents are targeting its main northern oil pipeline, undoing plans for a massive increase in exports as violence reaches levels unseen since the darkest days of civil war.
Iraq's ambitious plans to ramp up its oil output have been held back by poor maintenance and technical problems. Violence is making the situation worse, and, if it continues to escalate, could have a measurable impact on global supply.
Death tolls for the past three months in Iraq have been the highest for five years, since the days when rival Sunni and Shi'ite militias fought for control of neighbourhoods and battled 170,000 U.S. troops.
Today, the Americans are long since gone, but sectarian animosity has re-emerged, fuelled by resentment among Sunni Muslims at what they perceive as domination by Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's Shi'ite majority.
This week insurgents staged possibly their boldest attack in years, freeing hundreds of prisoners in coordinated strikes on two jails that killed dozens of troops.
That tactical sophistication is also being turned against Iraq's oil exports, hurting plans to turn the country into the world's biggest new source of traded oil and raise the money to rebuild after decades of sanctions and war.
"It is government crude for Sunni blood," said Abu Ammar, a Sunni tribal leader in southern Nineveh province, where a stretch of the main Kirkuk oil pipeline has repeatedly come under insurgent attack.
"The Baghdad government should understand this message: stop spilling our blood and we'll stop attacking the oil pipeline," he told Reuters.
"The Shi'ite government is killing and persecuting Sunnis in all parts of Iraq. As revenge we have to make the government suffer, and the best way is to keep blowing up the oil pipeline."
According to oil shipping figures tracked by Reuters, Iraq's oil exports have fallen this month to just 2.27 million barrels a day, a fifth below the government's target of 2.9 million bpd this year.
Iraq has ambitious plans to increase oil exports as high as 6 million bpd after decades when production was held back by sanctions and war. Its exports reached 2.62 million bpd last November, the highest level in decades, but progress has since been reversed.
The total has been kept down in part by technical problems that have little to do with security, especially in Basra, the southern port where few Sunnis live.
An official at the South Oil Company said on Thursday Iraq will have to cut its exports in Basra by 400,000-500,000 barrels per day in September for maintenance.
But one of the main reasons for the fall is the damage inflicted by insurgents to the Kirkuk pipeline, constructed in the 1970s to bring 1.6 million barrels of oil per day to the Turkish Mediterranean port of Ceyhan.
A bomb attack on June 21 kept the pipeline closed for much of July. A repair crew sent to fix the damage was ambushed by gunmen who killed two engineers and two police.
In the end, Kirkuk oil shipments for this month averaged just 150,000 bpd, less than a tenth of official capacity.
"Bomb attacks and leakages due to corrosion have made the pipeline unfit to handle steady shipments from northern oilfields," a senior official with Iraq's state-runNorth Oil Company told Reuters.
"The deterioration of security in areas where the line stretches has made it impossible for our crews to repair damage in time as we used to. Now it takes ages," said the official.
"In recent meetings we told the oil ministry that Kirkuk's major export pipeline is now suitable for watering gardens and not for carrying oil."
A former official in Iraq's oil industry said the incidents were familiar from the dark days of Iraq's sectarian civil war.
"It seems like we are going back to the 2006-2007 environment where the pipeline was halted for months on end," the former official said. "The attacks are deliberate: the aim is to stop Kirkuk from flowing."
Although sources differ on the precise numbers of casualties, at least 2,500 people have been killed in Iraq in the past three months, mostly by bombings that target security forces, worshippers in mosques and ordinary people.
According to U.N. figures, the death toll for the month of May surged above 1,000 for the first time since mid-2008, when U.S. and Iraqi troops launched an offensive to recapture swathes of territory still in the grip of warring sectarian militias.
The last five years saw a gradual decline in violence in Iraq. U.S. forces pulled out at the end of 2011. Iraq touted plans to ramp up its oil production and earn funds for reconstruction. Last year its output surged.
But Maliki's Shi'ite-led government never managed to win over the support of Sunnis, the minority that ruled under Saddam. A fragile political system has come close to unravelling this year, with Sunnis staging mass demonstrations against the government, accusing it of marginalising them.
Civil war in neighbouring Syria along the same sectarian lines as in Iraq has emboldened Sunni militants, including Iraq's branch of al Qaeda, which merged with a powerful Syrian rebel force. The combined group claimed responsibility for this week's Iraq prison attack.
"The prospects of a descent into civil war along the lines of the violence that dominated Iraq in 2006-07 are very real," wrote security consultancy Eurasia Group in a research note two weeks ago.
That note still said the deployment of government forces in Sunni provinces would probably be sufficient to prevent Sunni insurgents from developing "forces that can engage government units directly". But Monday's subsequent attack on the prisons suggests the assessment may be optimistic.
Suicide bombers drove cars packed with explosives to the gates of Abu Ghraib prison on the outskirts of Baghdad on Sunday night and blasted their way in, while gunmen attacked guards with mortars and rocket-propelled grenades. Other militants took up positions on a highway and fought off troop reinforcements.
A similar attack was staged simultaneously at another prison north of the capital. The two attacks killed at least 26 soldiers. Some 500 prisoners, mainly Sunni militants, escaped.
"The situation is definitely deteriorating and we're seeing attacks on a scale we haven't seen since late 2007," said John Drake, an Iraq analyst at AKE, a consultancy that advises oil companies and other firms with exposure to Iraq.
"If they can successfully attack a prison, it's going to be important to keep other essential facilities – including oil facilities – safe."
(Additional reporting by Peg Mackey, Peter Apps and Peter Graff; Writing by Peter Graff; editing by Janet McBride)


text:
New Customers - 10% off Annual Office Plans.
Enter this code during checkout to save at VirtualPBX.
Code copied! Now enter this code at VirtualPBX to save!
OFFICE10P Shop
Browse all deals at VirtualPBX
See more in Coupons & Rebates, Cell Phones & Accessories
* This offer may contain time-sensitive information and offers. Please check with VirtualPBX to confirm actual price & availability.
Please enter your name
- Be the first to comment!


text:
- News
- Business
- Sports
- Entertainment
- Lifestyle
- Health
- Travel
- Technology
VANCOUVER - The Housewives attempt to get over the drama from the previous episode as the group looks to heal their wounds with wine during an Okanagan getaway.
But first, the women get together at Yew restaurant for a gossip session sans their ongoing enemy Jody Claman.
"Jodi has attacked Mary about four times," Ronnie Seterdahl Negus says. "It's getting a bit ridiculous."
And we agree.
While packing and planning for the Grape Escape journey begins, a few cautionary words pass between Ronnie and Mary Zilba.
"Keep the switchblade in that boot because you might have to use it," she advises Mary for protection against Jody.
That's no knife, Mary - that's a snake.
Later, during a lunch date with Mary, Christina Kiesel shares the details of her sordid sleepover with Jody's daughter Mia after an evening full of drinks.
"I'll take a side of fries with that," Christina says with a smirk of their tryst.
We can't wait to hear the details.
And from one steamy discussion to another . . . Jody finds a new foe in former friend Reiko Mackenzie as the duo argues over a $30,000 shopping spree at Jody's store.
The battle gets heated as a hefty 'merchant fee' neither wants to pay is discussed.
"If you're so desperate for the $2,000 - just f***ing keep it," Reiko says of the situation.
Watch it, Jody -- or she'll give you a karate chop.
After seemingly endless scenes of useless bickering, the group finally sets off on their wine-soaked weekend to Kelowna - and surprisingly, the atmosphere is neutral.
"I'm starting to question my friendship with Jody," Reiko confesses in the limo as Mary and Ronnie listen in.
Well, that didn't last long.
Shortly after reaching their vacation destination, the Housewives attempt to shed their demons and say a few prayers in the vineyard's magic pyramid before they head to the spa.
Amidst the body scrubs and search for serenity, Reiko shows concern for a few of her less-than-natural assets as she considers a sub-zero spa treatment.
"Rieko doesn't want boobsicles . . . I'm into it," Christina says with a shrug.
We bet you are.
Newly relaxed, the group hops a helicopter to head to Burrowing Owl winery, where, despite the enchanting surroundings and wine-stomping fun, Mary and Jody's bickering rears its ugly head.
You have to respond to the letter within 48 hours or you'll be in contempt of court, Ronnie reminds Mary of her legal order from Jody - effectively killing the group's jovial mood.
Talk about sour grapes.
The conflict boils over (finally!) during the women's last meal of their weekend getaway.
As usual, Ronnie kicks off the battle with a resounding call to arms.
"There is an elephant in this room right now . . . there's unresolved issues between a couple of the parties here" Ronnie begins.
You think?
And then it's war: Rieko speaks out against Jody, Mary keeps up her end of the fight and even Christina and Mia rekindle their fighting flame.
As the bickering comes to a head - the women step back and call it a truce.
Oh, thank God
"We bury the hatchet," Christina says. "But it's a shallow grave."
And if we're placing bets . . . we'd say this dead battle will soon rise again.
Until next week Housewives fans.
What's On Tonight for


text:
Wednesday was Photo Day for the Rays, an annual tradition in Major League Baseball where every player and coach in camp pose for some professional photographs. Fortunately, it doesn't look like there were any incidents like the one three years ago when Pat Burrell acted like a 12-year old. Here is this year's group…
14 Comments
Prof, Separated at birth Matt Moore and Wilson (from Home Improvement, Tim the Tool Man Taylor's next door neighbor)?Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
Coach Joe's the only one that doesn't look comfortable in his "stance."Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
What did they do to Alex Cobb to make him look so glum?
And will Longoria have to pose for a photo when he returns, or can they just recycle one from last year?Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
Wow I didnt know the story of Juan Sandoval. The picture made me google it. How can you not root for that guyLikes(0)Dislikes(0)
Aw crap when I posted that response it brought me back to pic #1Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
Shelley Duncan's pic gives me the creeps.Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
Very scary pictures. Will Myers is especially un-photogenic. Liked Hellickson and Matt Moore's pictures, though - and a couple of others. My main concern as I was going through the pictures - holy cow - me might suck. I know these are minor leaguers, but jeez!Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
Joe Maddon! Good glasses this year, but I still like the Hugo Boss specs.Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
I could walk right pass 60% of them on the street and have no idea they are a (current) Ray..oh well ever year a new class..Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
2 Observations:
Could Brandon Guyer be any whiter?
Jake McGee looks like he could be Marla Hooch's brother (From A League of Their Own)Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
McGee looks like "Ham" Porter. from The Sandlot all grown up.
You're killing me Smalls!Likes(0)Dislikes(0)
New Rays Index format, same old Don (the pseudo Yankees fan who masquerades as a Rays fan) I see. 🙂Likes(0)Dislikes(0)


text:
We won't spam, rent, sell, or share
your information in any way.
Hollywood, CA - Watching 6- and 7-year-old children walk out of the press screening for the new Harry Potter movie (as well as the many reviewers and others with witchcraft symbols on their clothes and S&M dresses) is always an opportunity to reflect on the malignant corruption of our culture. Aside from the fact that these children are exposed to ugly creatures, fantastic violence and worthless incantations, this movie has some dialogue which sounds like it comes out of Stuart Smalley's Daily Affirmations on "Saturday Night Live". Namely, when Professor Dumbledore sits Harry down and tells him, "You are not a bad person. Every person has light and darkness. You have a choice."
Imagine saying this to Michael Cho after he has had his killing spree at Virginia Tech this spring. Or, Adolf Hitler.
Contrary to Dumbledore's idiotic aphorisms, there are bad people.
The Wall Street Journal blamed the narcissism of our age on poor Mister Rogers, who was one of the leading proponents of no one is bad. I like Mister Rogers, and I think they may be taking him out of context. But, all this psychological mumbo jumbo about "you are really a good person" has caused a whole generation to be spoiled beyond comprehension.
For those who don't care about the occult worldview in the "Harry Potter" books and movies, which reinforces this rampant selfish solipsism, they should care about this insane condoning and tolerating of malignant narcissistic behavior. For instance, one woman several years ago told me that she always took her children to see "Harry Potter". After her little boy talked back to her, kicked at her, and annoyed her, I said that I could see he's learned his scripts of behavior from dear old Harry.
Witchcraft means rebellion against God's authority in the Bible. These books and movies teach rebellion against authority. When they add to this rebellious attitude the stupid aphorism that "you're really a good person," then one must seriously ask, What are these narcissistic children supposed to think? Those children who are susceptible to this mindless pc drivel may think their rebellion is part of their goodness and that they're right to break the rules because breaking the rules is fun. In that way, they become part of the growing crowd of rebellious young people who are incapable of constructing and perpetuating a viable civilization.
Only one out of 10 children keep the values of their parents. Those parents, who were shaped by the selfish rebelliousness of the 1960s who take their children to see "Harry Potter" movies, must want their children to perpetuate their rebellious ways. But, what about the naïve people of faith who take their children to learn their scripts of behavior from Harry? Are they just good people who are unwittingly indulging in psychological child abuse?
Contrary to the message of the "Harry Potter" books and movies, without God you cannot choose the good. But, there is a Name above all names who will conquer evil and banish the darkness and set you on the path of righteousness. And, that name is Jesus Christ, who is the Word of God made Flesh, the only begotten Son of God who is at the Father's side and who enlightens all men with God's Truth (John 1:1-18).
© baehr, 2007


text:
The BOYS ARE BACK! Season 2 of hit TV show Mighty Machines – powered by leading Australian energy c...+MORE
R540 scores lowest fuel consumption and highest average speed+MORE
Announcement comes in lead-up to economy-boosting Brisbane Truck Show +MORE
Hino's long wheelbase addition to its long-serving 700-series heavy-duty range certainly packs plenty of punch for a truck essentially designed for three-axle rigid work. It...+MORE
Browse: Select from the list of popular categories below.
Search: Find exactly what you want using the search function on the left sidebar.
Save: Save your favourite search parameters so that you can quickly revisit them later.
Trade Safely. Use our anti-scam guide to protect yourself.
Sorry, map view is not available right now. Please search by seller location to enable map view.
New Truck Special - $236,090.90 + GST TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE CURRENT ECONOMIC STIMULUS PACKAGE. EXPLANATION IN BRIEF: FOR PURCHASES UP TO $150K: * Instant asset write-off on purchase (up from $30K) * As many purchases as you like * Delivery must occur prior to June 30th 2020 * Available for New, D...
2018 Fuso Canter 515 refrigerated Pantech, Fuso 150hp 4 cyl turbo intercooled diesel engine, Fuso Duonic 6 speed automated manual transmission, 3.0mt refrigerated Pantech with Thermoking V600 refri...
The item you are attempting to add to compare is a different subtype to the items(s) in your list.
Only items of the same subtype may be compared.


text:
Carl Haas Named Men's Lacrosse Coach
February 2, 2012
Greencastle, Ind. - Carl Haas, head coach at Saint Vincent College (Pa.), is DePauw University's choice to serve as its first men's lacrosse head coach.
"I'm excited to have Carl join the staff and start the men's varsity lacrosse program at DePauw University," incoming Director of Athletics Stevie Baker-Watson said.
"His experience as a head coach in men's lacrosse will enable the program to make an immediate impact. Carl's philosophy on the game, as well as the student-athlete experience, is a great fit for DePauw."
Haas has served as the head coach at Division III Saint Vincent the last two seasons after one year as an assistant. He led the Bearcats to a 14-12 record in two seasons including a 9-5 mark in 2011 which was the program's first winning season since 2005. Each of his two teams finished in the top 10 in the nation in scoring.
"I think DePauw has great potential in men's lacrosse and this is an incredible opportunity," Haas said.
"There are a lot of young men ready to come to a great school and compete in a strong conference. I'm very appreciative of the coaching opportunities Saint Vincent provided me and I look forward to building the DePauw program."
Prior to coming to Saint Vincent, Haas was an assistant at Division III Roanoke College from 2003-08. During that time the Maroons compiled a 63-22 record including two conference championships, three NCAA postseason appearances and two trips to the Division III semifinals.
Haas coached three all-America players including the 2006 Division III Defender of the Year. He began his career as an assistant during the 2003 season at Division II St. Andrews Presbyterian College.
A native of Fairfax, Va., Haas graduated from the Virginia Military Institute where he earned a bachelor of arts degree in history. Haas earned four varsity letters for the Division I Keydets and served as a two-year captain. Twice he was named to the Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll.
In August 2011, DePauw announced the addition of men's and women's lacrosse as varsity sports. The teams will compete on the varsity level beginning with the 2012-13 academic year.
The addition of the two programs is made possible by a generous gift from trustee Steve Trulaske '79, and by leadership gifts from James K. Baker '53 and Joe and Nancy Hollingsworth '71 & '72. Their gifts will fund start-up costs and the initial operational expenses of the two teams.


text:
one less mid-century modern residence
Editorial Rating:
Average Rating: ( 0 votes)
one less mid-century modern residencePosted by craig denham at July 28. 2005
A great Fehr and Granger home was demolished this week near my neighborhood. It was off of Stratford drive on Canyon Circle. It's always been one of my favorites, but once I saw that it was empty, I knew it was doomed. The house was perched on a cliff over Lake Austin with a tax appraisal on the land alone at over $1 million.
Living in Rollingwood, I'm just sick at all the horrible remodels and tear downs of our Stenger and other mid-century houses. I know now that if I sell my modern home, it will be promptly destroyed.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by craig denham at July 28. 2005
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by KT Hernandez at July 28. 2005
What a loss. I'm in a very similar situation, except my house is on Lake Travis and is not as graceful. This one, however, will be very expensive to knock down due to its construction and for that reason alone it might survive -- but not if land values out here get as insane as they are on Lake Austin.
As an aside on a new kind of urban/suburban blight...
I am sickened by the number of formerly scenic hillsides here in Austin that are being overrun by the 3000-6000 s.f. Italianate bastardizations favored by the architecturally illiterate -- sorry stick-built things that will be lucky to survive a century and are as generic as they are obtrusive. A drive through the neighborhoods west of downtown reveals a similar land-value-driven gentrification -- replacement of existing smaller houses with oversized cliche structures. Austin used to savor its unique style, which admitted just about anything *except* average. So much for Austin green thinking, too -- but then I guess most of the green thinkers are living on modest budgets and can't afford nice properties...which leaves the consumer mentality (which seems to care about nothing but its own ego) to drive a continued proliferation of the unsustainable, ugly McMansion blight.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Gregory La Vardera at July 28. 2005
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Mark Meyer at July 28. 2005
Sadly, last week another Fehr Grainger was demo'd just across the river in TarryTown. It was a 1953 AIA award winning design (complete with a plaque inside and everything) and it appeared in a book titled QUALITY BUDGET HOUSES: A TREASURY OF 100 ARCHITECT-DESIGNED HOUSES by
Katherine Morrow Ford, Thomas H. Creighton. I've been in touch with the direct neighbor, and she is livid, as aparently the recent buyer assured them that he wanted to renovate the property, NOT tear it down for some God forsaken monstrosity that will surely take its place.
What is this world coming to? to lose two MCMs by the same firm within two weeks?
BOTH of them????
I adored that little screened in house, Mark, and I love the book I have with it featured...
Well, if anybody tries to lay a finger on THIS Fehr Granger, there'll be the Devil to pay...
Hear that, McBuilder, Inc.?
That's a line in the sand, boys...
Hey, have we formed a nonprofit yet? Like maybe MCM Rescue or something? It's impossible to stop the destruction, because people can't resist the temptation to sell at those sky-high prices. Especially if there are expensive notes on the properties and high property taxes.
(Lucky THIS ONE IS PAID FOR, McJerks!)
And it's a contributing property to the Old West Austin Historical District, on the National Register. I thought getting that plaque was kind of pretentious, but I'm changing my mind...
Tomorrow evening is the Mod group at the San Jose, but how about next time we meet here? I'll start up a BBQ and it'll be BYO beer/wine and grill ingredients...
[insert emoticon rolling up shirtsleeves]
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Bradley Bechtol at August 03. 2005
I am so sad! I had incorrectly assumed it was being remodeled. My dad used to live on Canyon Circle and I used to tell my dismayed family (McMansion fans) that that was my favorite house in Austin. I'm sure the old owner could have found at least one modern-minded CAlifornian who would've paid the big bucks for it. Truly tragic.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by betsy harris at August 17. 2005
Oh dear. This is a shame. I guess I'm one of those most of the green thinkers are living on modest budgets and can't afford nice properties. I'm moving to Austin and would love to find a modest midcentury home. I would live in it. I would love it. I would not tear it down. Any suggestions as to where to look?
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Susan McElroy at August 18. 2005
2406 Pemberton Pkwy will be demolished tomorrow. This house was built in I think 1953 or so. It's in bad shape; I walked around in it the other day and it is so run down (assisted by allowing a small gang of students to party in it for over a year) that even I can't say it's worth restoring. Pretty sure the builder will be putting in a largish house, don't know if a McMansion.
For those who wonder if they can afford a MCM, the interesting thing is that this property was on the market for over $400,000 but was finally bought for around $250,000. Just found that out.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Ben Phenix at August 18. 2005
There seems to be some ok priced MCM out there (though needing some work). It seems that the majority were built in now highly desirable areas so ultra-bargins seem less common. That $250k price was pretty much land value it seems. At $400k they would have to have found someone really dedicated, with money, to restoring which is a hard match to find.
I've been working on creating a list of current available modern homes for sale. I've only made it through areas 5, 6, 8E, 4 and 1B so far (and only quickly at that), but you can find them at
Hope to add more next week when I return from a short trip.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Susan McElroy at August 27. 2005
Hey, PR for Modernism!!
Here's a link to an article in the Austin Chronicle, our alternative weekly newspaper, about one of the houses destroyed (see Mark's post). I want to start a new thread about saving/destroying these things, so I might post it again on that thread. In the meantime, enjoy and/or weep...
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Chuck Voelter at August 27. 2005
We're not the kind of people who tear down big, beautiful houses and put up other ones just to make a profit. We're trying to preserve the integrity of the neighborhood...
Oh really? what the f**k ARE you doing then? Are you going to build a home and sell it at your cost??? You're preserving NOTHING.
these people should be 'tied to the whipping post'.
I call for a media campaign against the Wheelers, put them out of business.
Couldn't Austin do without this man's business??? Is the city that desparate for more tax revenue?
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Mark Moore at September 25. 2005
I looked at the Canyon Circle home three years ago when it was on the market. Way out of my price range, especially for the size, but what a jewel. Spectacular location and lots of excellent original details - I took several photos of the fixtures and the cool intercom system. I'll see if I can dig those up to share.
I'm very sad to hear of it's passing...
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by jakob clark at October 04. 2005
This is the only Hunter Wheeler listing in the online phonebook:
Hunter Wheeler - (512) 291-4589 - 1512 Curameng Cv, Austin, TX 78748
Hate mail anyone? Or polite begging?
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Sylvia Benini at October 27. 2005
FYI- HUNTER WHEELER LLC cell phone# 775-1602
the corrected home address for Lisa and Hunter is- 1004 DANIEL-
FYI - if you drive by any of the addresses listed below you can observe the fine MODERN infill building being done by this company .
The home that was demolished at 3714 Meredith St should never have been issued a demo permit, and Steve Sadowsky as the official researcher for the City of Austin dropped the ball by not presenting the entire information on the property to the Historical Board. If you live in Austin and happen to note that a modern residence that you admire is empty or for sale- I suggest you monitor closely (every other DAY) what is happening with the property- as only the immediate neighbors within 300 feet are supposed to be notified when a demo permit is being issued . It appears that this policy is not always adhered to, and the developers know it. It is becoming routine to demolish perfectly usable and restorable homes in our area of West Austin, sadly. Neighbors in the immediate area of the Meredith St property are concerned that the one remaining large Oak tree on a shared property line (200-250yrs old) on the site will be damaged beyond saving at the site, and have called on the city arborist and Pat Wentworth to try to save the tree. Note that 17 immature class one trees were bulldozed at the site during demolition, and 11 mature classs twos.
I also am beginning to realize that we need to insist that the current codes for tree protection be changed ,including the size of the trees from the current 59 inches at 4.5 feet above ground to 36 inches, and the cost to take out mature class one trees be raised immeditely from the current $250 - to 50% of the tax value of the tree. ( mature class one is worth minimum 25k- it should cost you 14k to take it out). We also need to get serious about enforcing current codes for residential development, by raising the fines for breaking the rules. Also, a list needs to be kept of builders/developers/demolition companies who break the rules. IF the rules are broken twice- put them outta bidness in the city limits permanently. No changing the names of the LLC's/LLP's either-cross correlate the info and publish it once year for all to know who they are. The list needs to stay in effect for a minimum of 15 years (banned from building in the city limits). If you drive by any of these addressess below you can see for yourself what HWHEELER LLC is doing in my area, info from the Travis County Tax Collectors office.
1004 Daniel- residence of Lisa and Hunter ( NOTE* in Lisas' name only ) (listed as the addy of record for HWLLC on state info) (listed as HW addy with voter records and tx drivers lc)
3405 Clearview
3407 Clearview
2707 Warren---- there are 2 properties here side by side -
3001 Cherry
5003 West Park
5001 Westfield Dr
3714 Meredith-------- in MAtthews Cristas' name
2406 Pemberton Pkwy
1612 Gaston - residence of Matthew and Crista
11720 Big TR ?
We as a community, also need to get onto the local Real Estate Board- and let them know that the current trends to demolish historical homes is NOT acceptable. So much historical stock is being demolished now that soon, our town will look like any other town in the South West. This trend needs to be reversed. Ethical Real Estate professionals do exist, tho I am beginning to think that they are few and FAR between. Also, note, HWHEELER comes by his idiocy naturally....I've been informed that the lovely POLO CLUB development on 290 West out near Dripping Springs is his Fathers' project....and they come originally from Dallas. Ideas anyone on how to educate this reprhensible developer? After all , Halloween IS coming-*CVOELTER- I am totallly in agreement with YOU.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Sylvia Benini at December 05. 2005
An update for our community here in Austin. The home that was demolished on Pemberton Pkwy near Susans' was improperly reviewed.Project redtagged by city on 11/14. The Pemberton Heights Neighborhood Association was VERY surprised to find out about this demolition permit being allowed. The home was over 50 yrs old,known as the Blossom Barnes home, was willed to UT upon her death. Once again, incorrect information provided by Steve Sadowskys' office was how the permit was 'sent though administratively' . IF YOU LOVE A MODERN HOME IN YOUR AREA THAT YOU DON'T OWN OR OCCUPY AND YOU NOTE IT HAS OR IS SELLING/ MONITOR IT.
There will be a meeting before the Historic Landmark Commission on December 19th, sign in at 630, at City Council Chambers. The Builder will be required to present his plans for the site. This is a good chance for the community of modern homes enthusiasts, especially those of us who love FEHR-GRANGER homes, to observe this company on the record in a public meeting/place. Considering that he alone is responsible for 3 of the 4 Granger homes demolished this year under questionable circumstances........this will be noted as the '2606 Pemberton Pkwy' case.
consider coming. The public can sign in and ask questions TOO about the cases before the Commission. Most importantly, the HLC needs to be aware that a LOT of us Austinites are CONCERNED about the routine demolition permits being issued WITHOUT neighbor notification OR proper historic review for our Modern housing stock that still exists.8)
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Doyle Rockwell at February 25. 2006
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Mark Meyer at February 26. 2006
Congrats on finding a house that you love, and thanks from all of us for wanting to preserve it/update it. We surely need more folks in this town with your mentality rather than the developer mentality.
I'd love to see more pics when you get a chance.
Mark Meyer
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Ana Watson at March 30. 2006
And another one bites the dust.
This cool house that I thought was being renovated, is instead being demolished for a large custom home. I am seriously considering getting my real estate license to help people with modern houses find buyers that are interested in preservation instead of vulgar displays of wealth.
It's the one in the second picture on Mountain Climb
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Ben Phenix at March 31. 2006
That is really too bad. I talked with one of the neighbors and he seemed a couple months ago and he seemed to be under the impression it was a renovation and not a teardown.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Jack Craig at April 03. 2006
The house mentioned at the beginning of this thread was my favorite in Austin...I loved living there. My parents bought the house from the daughters of the original owner in the early '90s and we moved in in October of 1993. My dad, who grew up in Austin, has a great sense of design and believes in staying faithful to the original architects' vision. He hired and worked closely with Steinbomer Assoc Architects to expand the garage/guest quarters and build his studio while staying true to the Fehr and Granger design. Although we had a good view of Lake Austin, the property sits above Town Lake affording spectacular views of the Capitol and Tower. For those wanting an even better view, and to impress a girlfriend, the southeastern edge of the roof had the best view around. People were always coming up to the house offering to buy eventhough it was not on the market. My folks put the house on the market in 2004 and moved just after the first of 2005. My dad would not return to the property. In fact, my mom did not tell me the fate of the house over the phone. On a return to Austin in the spring of 2005, I drove by to look at the property only to find it empty. Not so much as a foundation. I threw up. I, like my dad, cannot stomach visiting the property.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Ben Phenix at April 16. 2006
There has been an Emerson Fehr home for sale for almost 6 months now in the Tarrytown area (http://www.modernaustin.com/?p=129). Hopefully, it won't suffer the same fate as many other Fehr homes (Fehr Granger, Emerson Fehr).
It bothers me, clearly people get upset when these homes are destroyed yet there seems to be a very limited market for them when they do hit the market (one of homes references at the beginning of this thread sat for some time unsold). Fehr homes have traditionally been in some of the more upper end areas so that has certainly narrowed the buying pool further. However, for the area, this home seems within the reasonable price band.
Re: one less mid-century modern residencePosted by Brett Greig at February 21. 2012
While this is a really old thread, I wanted to let you all know that a demo permit was just turned into the City for 2410 Pemberton Parkway. Ms. McElroy, isn't that your old house? My in-laws live up the hill and are protesting, but the hearing is at City Council chambers on Monday, 2/27/12. From what I have heard, most likely the city will delay the decision (they have up to 6 months b/c of the historic nature of the neighborhood) while building a case for the house as a work of Fehr and Granger's and b/c of Professor Robert Wagner (the original owner) and his contributions to the natural sciences.